Push Button by Gene Davis (1981)

Push Button, in brief

Title: Push Button
Artist: Gene Davis (1920–1985)
Artist born in: Washington, D.C., United States
Date: 1981
Dimensions: 38 × 51 cm
Movement: Expressive Abstraction
Subject: abstract, gesture, line art, dynamic, composition, monochrome

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What is the creation date of "Push Button" by Gene Davis?

The creation of "Push Button" by Gene Davis is dated 1981.

What size is "Push Button" by Gene Davis in real life?

The recorded dimensions of "Push Button" by Gene Davis are 38 x 51 cm. Reproductions can be ordered in other sizes while keeping the same proportions.

What does "Push Button" by Gene Davis depict?

"Push Button" by Gene Davis depicts: abstract, gesture, line art, dynamic, composition, monochrome, sketch, energy.

Is "Push Button" free of copyright?

Regarding copyright, "Push Button" is still protected by copyright.

Which artist is "Push Button" attributed to?

"Push Button" was created by Gene Davis. The information on this page describes Gene Davis's original work.

What art movement does "Push Button" by Gene Davis belong to?

The movement associated with "Push Button" by Gene Davis is Expressive Abstraction. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Which period of Gene Davis's career does "Push Button" belong to?

Within Gene Davis's career, "Push Button" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

How old was Gene Davis when creating "Push Button" in 1981?

Gene Davis was 61 years old when creating "Push Button" in 1981. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1920.

Why is the copyright status of "Push Button" what it is?

"Push Button" by Gene Davis is still protected by copyright. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1985.

About the artist, Gene Davis

1920–1985, United States

Gene Davis

The Architect of Color: The Life and Legacy of Gene Davis In the vibrant tapestry of mid-century American abstraction, few threads shine as brightly or as rhythmically as those woven by Gene Davis. A pioneer of the Color Field movement, Davis possessed a singular ability to transform the canvas into a rhythmic experience of light and motion. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1920, his journey toward becoming a central figure of the Washington Color School was not one of immediate abstraction, but rather a gradual evolution shaped by a keen observational eye. Before he ever commanded the brush to create his iconic stripes, Davis worked as a sportswriter, a profession that demanded a sharp focus on movement, energy, and the unfolding drama of live events—elements that would later find their way into the pulsating verticality of his paintings.

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